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Vehicle Maintenance: Marine Service and Repair
Tip Sheet #1

WASTE ORIGIN: Equipment and Parts Cleaning
WASTE TYPES: Solvents

WASTE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING METHODS:

  • Use dry precleaning.
  • Use two-stage rinse (pre-rinse in dirty solvent).
  • Cover tanks.
  • Separate cleaning agents.
  • Recycle solvents.
  • Replace solvent cleaners with detergents when possible.

WASTE ORIGIN: Engine Repair
WASTE TYPES: Degreasers, Solvents, and Oils

WASTE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING METHODS:

  • Use aqueous degreasers.
  • Use longer-lasting fluids.
  • Use dedicated solvent sinks for parts washing; plug when not in use.
  • Separate spent engine and lube oils.
  • Recycle oils and solvents.

WASTE ORIGIN: Machining
WASTE TYPES: Cutting and Lubricating Fluids

WASTE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING METHODS:

  • Use water soluble cutting fluids.
  • Recycle cutting and lubricating fluids.

WASTE ORIGIN: Vessel Cleaning
WASTE TYPES: Cleaners

WASTE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING METHODS:

  • Use detergent cleaning agents.

WASTE ORIGIN: Refueling
WASTE TYPE: Spilled Fuel

WASTE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING METHODS:

  • Watch the fuel tank to avoid overfilling.
  • Be sure fuel flow has stopped before removing the fuel nozzle from the fill pipe.
  • Provide a drip pan from the fuel nozzle.
  • Be sure the proper type of fuel is selected to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Practice preventive maintenance on the entire fueling system.

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